Instructions: Watch this video clip on school supplies and answer the questions based on what you hear.

Online Investigations and Discussion Questions

What are three things (books, technical gadgets, communication devices) that every student needs at college? Are these things more wants than needs? Imagine that you have $1,000 to spend on such supplies. Use the Internet to go shopping for these items. Where do you find the best deals? Discuss your ideas with a partner and/or write your opinions on a related topic at Randall's ESL BlogHERE.

1. You can be more organized and prepared for school by _____________.

A. buying some pen and pencils
B. getting a few foldersC. picking up a good dictionary

2. Randall says that _____________.

A. students can really benefit from having a computer of their own at school
B. using a Web cam in the ideal way of communicating with family
C. students often have access to computer facilities on campus

3. Having a good backpack can help _____.

A. prevent your books from getting lost
B. you keep your books together
C. you tote around your books